WORSHIP STREET

At the core of our practice is a deep interest and understanding of historic building techniques that stems from a conviction that, prior to taking on any contemporary design, we should first look back to tried and tested building methods before looking forward to modern invention.

This project required expert capabilities in handling historic buildings to ensure the careful restoration of this highly prestigious building. Designed by architect and co-founder of the Arts and Crafts Movement, Philip Webb, this Grade II* row of terraces was in need of much care and Studio Kyson were able to obtain listed building consent for the restoration of two shopfronts in line with Webb’s original intentions. Original drawings were obtained courtesy of SPAB (Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings), an organisation founded on Webb’s work.

Alongside craftsman and designer William Morris, Webb pioneered an architectural movement which ardently fought against the rapid rise of manufactured consumer products (a direct by-product of the Industrial Revolution), and instead sought to advocate skilled craftsmanship and the production of unique, beautiful products.